âPeople are looking for leadership abilities, and building that kind of lateral influence is a good way to demonstrate that, Cramm said. But without top managers seeing you and realizing your value, itâs hard even to get a shot at the top jobs, McGlynn said.
Palo Duro Canyon (from the Spanish meaning hard wood) has been named The Grand Canyon of Texas both for its size and for its dramatic geological features, including the multicolored layers of rock and steep mesa walls similar to those in the Grand Canyon.
Distance from Dallas: 377 miles; 6 hours. Out in dusty West Texas near George Straitâs favorite town, Amarillo, you'll find the second largest canyon in the country. Since the other one is the Grand Canyon, second's not so bad. At Palo Duro you can hike, bike, drive, and even travel by horseback to explore the canyons.